Challenge Gallery 52: Getaway

We all need a getaway once in a while. It doesn’t have to be a physical vacation. A book, an art project or a bubble bath can transport us to a new state of mind and provide respite and recuperation. Unfortunately, the escape and self-nurturing strategies that serve us well in the usual course of life many not work in times of significant suffering. Experiences such as the unexpected death of a loved one or a life-threatening or debilitating illness can plunge us into a dark place that consumes any light we throw its way. When we cannot break free we must endure.

Before we get to our challenge gallery, the prompt for the next 2 weeks is “tradition” Make of it what you will. For this challenge, we will not be taking email submissions, so please submit your work to the Single Frame Stories Flickr Group.